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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. New improvements in online education technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions have to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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